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It's the New York deli of my dreams - the only place, by the way, New York delis have existed for me. I've never been to the Big Apple.

One place I do frequent, however, is Deli Mart West, a gem of a market on Coors Boulevard.

There, I find the most enticing cheeses - staffers are always happy to make recommendations - sausages and cuts of deli meat at delicious prices. (Prosciutto, pastrami, rosemary ham, sopresseta . . . all very affordable.)

What's more: You can get those same proteins and dairy delights stuffed between two thick slices of bread - Italian baguette (my favorite), wheat, white or rye - for a fresh, filling and fast meal.

And did I mention that it's also incredibly . . . cost-effective?

Just about everything on the sandwich menu falls well within the Cheap Eater's budget.

Our picks: the 8-inch subs known as Da Bronx (sopresseta, provolone and roasted red peppers) and Prosciutto di Parma & Fresh Mozzarella - each just $6.29.

The cheeses are served cold and thick, drizzled (by request) with olive oil and sprinkled with oregano. The meats are thin and flavorful - creating a simple sandwich that is also a wonderfully complicated treat texture-wise.

Not that you'll need one, but sides start at just 75 cents (macaroni and potato salads) and run up to $2 (imported olives or mozzarella and tomatoes).

The subs also come in a brawny 12-inch version (ranging from $6.49 to $8.29), giving the cheapskate in us all two meals for the price of one.

I just love New York.